anandpur

Discover Anandpur Sahib, a revered Sikh pilgrimage site in Punjab, home to Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib and rich in history.

holamohalla

Discover Hola Mahalla, a lively Sikh festival following Holi, featuring martial arts displays and colorful processions at Anandpur Sahib. Celebrate heritage!

ANAK SINGH. warrior son of Bhai Mani Ram, resident of the village of Alipur, district Multan (now in Pakistan), received baptismal rites at Anandpur at the time of the initiation of the Khalsa, on 30 March 1699, and took part in the battles of Nirmohgarh and Anandpur. As says Guru kian Sakhian, he fell a martyr in the battle of Chamkaur fought on 7 December 1705.

HIMMAT SINGH, BHAI (1661-1705), one of the Parij Piare, or the Five Beloved, celebrated in Sikh history, was born in 1661 at Jagannath in a low caste family of water suppliers. He came to Anandpur at the young age of 17, and attached himself to the service of Guru Gobind Singh. Bhat Himmat, as he was called before his initiation, was one of the five Sikhs who one by one offered to lay down their heads in response to the Guru`s successive calls made at an assembly of the Sikhs especially summoned on the occasion of Baisakhi of 1756 Bk corresponding to 30 March 1699.

mata sahib devan

Learn about Mata Sahib Devan, the revered mother of the Khalsa, and her role in Sikh history alongside Guru Gobind Singh.

Discover Shahi Tibbi, a battle site near Kiratpur Sahib, where Guru Gobind Singh's brave followers fought valiantly. Visit this historic gurdwara.

Explore AGAMPURA, a revered Gurdwara near Balachaur, commemorating Guru Gobind Singh's 1688 visit. Just 11 km from Jagadhari station, Haryana.

jangnama ggs

Explore the epic poem Jangnama Siu Guru Gobind Singh Ji by Am Rai, recounting the valorous battle at Anandpur against Mughal forces. Discover rich history.

Explore the poetic marvel of Sri Gur Sobha, a blend of eulogy and history by Sainapati, celebrating Guru Gobind Singh’s legacy and the Khalsa.

BACHITTAR SINGH, BHAI (d. 1705), warrior and martyr, was the second son of Bhai Mani Ram, a Parmar Rajput and devotee of the Gurus. One of the five brothers presented by their father for service to Guru Gobind Singh (1666-1708), he joined the order of the Khalsa on the historic Baisakhi day, 30 March 1699, and shot into prominence during the first battle of Anandpur against the hill chieftains, when, on 1 September 1700, he was selected by Guru Gobind Singh to face a drunken elephant brought forth by them to batter down the gate of the Lohgarh Fort.

mata jito ji

Explore the life of Mata Jito ji, first wife of Guru Gobind Singh, and her pivotal role in Sikh history. Learn about her life, legacy, and memorial today.

Discover Tarapur, a village enriched by Guru Gobind Singh's history, featuring Gurdwara Qila Taragarh and the historic baoli, a testament to resilience and peace.

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Explore the deeper meaning of Aarti in Hinduism and Sikhism, where true worship goes beyond rituals and embraces the beauty of nature and truth.

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Explore the profound concept of Aatma and its connection to Paramaatma, God, and the transcendental self in Sikh and Hindu philosophies.

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Explore the distinctive and largely unknown Sikh architectural style, with its rich history in gurdwaras, forts, and palaces, by S.S. Bhatti.

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Discover the captivating history and architecture of Samman Burj, the octagonal Mughal marvel in Lahore Fort, known for its royal and administrative legacy.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.